The New Wave Cinema in Iran: A Critical Study

The New Wave Cinema in Iran is a historical and analytical study of the Iranian New Wave Cinema (Mowj-e No) as an artistic and intellectual movement that emerged in the 1960s. Parviz Jahed focuses on the development and early progression of the movement in the 1960s, exploring its emergence and development in the context of the cultural and social conditions of Iran. The book also studies the works of three intellectual figures and influential filmmakers of the 1960s, Ebrahim Golestan, Farrokh Ghaffari, and Feraydoon Rahnama, who are considered the forerunners of the New Wave Cinema in Iran.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

The Iranian New Wave Cinema (Mowj-e No) emerged as an artistic and intellectual movement that reached its peak in its early productions between 1958 and 1978. Given the movement's extensive history, Parviz Jahed delves into its development and early progression in the 1960s, examining its emergence and growth within the cultural and social context of Iran during that period.

To establish a clear definition of the term 'New Wave in Iran's film culture, Jahed first identifies the fundamental elements that propelled this movement. He conducts an in-depth analysis to assess the extent to which various elements and factors contributed to the formation of this cinema, considering the diverse approaches of Iranian intellectual filmmakers towards modernity and the establishment of a modern cinema in Iran.

The book concludes by examining the works of three intellectual figures and influential filmmakers of the 1960s: Ebrahim Golestan, Farrokh Ghaffari, and Feraydoon Rahnama. These individuals are widely regarded as the pioneers of the New Wave Cinema in Iran.

Through his comprehensive study, Jahed offers valuable insights into the evolution of Iranian cinema and its significance in the global film landscape. His analysis sheds light on the cultural and social factors that shaped the New Wave movement, providing a deeper understanding of its artistic and intellectual contributions.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 151 x 229 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501369094